Self-perceptions of body image, weight, and appearance have been cited as a significant source of emotional distress among the majority of women in the general population of Western cultures. These issues have been known to have a negative influence on the self-concept and self-esteem of women. It was not known to what extent these issues impact the construction of self among women with doctorates in counseling-related disciplines. Since these women occupy positions in which they can profoundly influence those they serve--clients, students, and supervisees--it is important to determine their degree of wellness as it relates to these issues. This study examined the content of interviews conducted with six women with doctorates in counseling in an effort to understand their self-perceptions of body image and the influence these thoughts and feelings have on their construction of self. While most of the women demonstrated a relatively positive sense of body image, some were less satisfied with their physical appearance and suggested that it was a source of diminished self-worth.